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Denshattack dev wakes up, rolls out of bed, finds out their game is one of the highest-rated releases of 2026, and…
The indie game Denshattack!, a colorful mashup of Tony Hawk and Jet Set Radio vibes, has achieved significant success just one day after its release. The game, which features players controlling a train through a Japanese cityscape, has received "Very Positive" reviews on Steam and is among the top 10 best-selling titles. Critics have also praised the game, with Metacritic showing an average score of 88, placing it among the year's best releases.
Retiring Valve employee replies to HLX question in AMA, unintentionally feeding HL3 fans hopium again
Valve software engineer Christopher Green's retirement AMA has fueled speculation about a potential 'HLX' project, possibly related to Half-Life 3. Green's non-committal response to a question about HLX has reignited hope among fans, despite no official confirmation from Valve. This follows previous rumors and speculation surrounding Valve's development cycles and potential unannounced projects.
Counter-Strike 2 for Console Gamers: What Xbox Players Need to Know
Counter-Strike 2, a major PC title, is not planned for a native console release on Xbox due to its design favoring keyboard and mouse input and historical issues with console ports. While direct play on Xbox is unavailable, players can access it via PC Game Pass on a Windows PC or through cloud streaming services like GeForce NOW using the Xbox's Edge browser, though the latter may introduce input lag unsuitable for competitive play.
Why I Bought the Lenovo Legion Go 2 (and Why It Was Worth Every Penny) – Geeky Sweetie
The author explains their decision to purchase the Lenovo Legion Go 2, a handheld gaming PC, despite its high price and the availability of cheaper alternatives. They emphasize that the device's detachable controllers and ergonomic design, which allow for more comfortable and flexible play sessions, make it the ideal device for their personal use, outweighing specifications and benchmarks.
Steam Deck OLED at $789: Should You Still Buy One in 2026?
Valve has significantly increased the prices of the Steam Deck OLED models, with the 512GB version now costing $789 and the 1TB version $949, reflecting global component cost challenges. This article explores whether the three-year-old handheld is still worth purchasing at these new flagship prices, considering alternatives like refurbished units, the used market, and competing devices, while also discussing the broader trend of rising prices in the handheld gaming market.
Redditor fashions a 'game cartridge' system for their Steam library out of cheap SATA SSDs
A Reddit user has created a physical media project using cheap SATA SSDs to function as game cartridges for their Steam library. Each SSD is housed with the game's cover art, and a script automatically navigates Steam to the game's library page or launches it directly when the cartridge is slotted into a dock. This project highlights the appeal of physical media amidst rising memory prices and ongoing discussions about digital ownership.
Steam reveals all the sale dates and themed events for the first half of 2027
Valve has revealed the schedule for all Steam sales and themed events planned for the first half of 2027. The announcement includes dates for seasonal sales like the Steam Spring Sale and Steam Summer Sale, alongside various themed festivals such as Desktop Companion Fest, Shop Keeper Fest, and Rhythm Fest.
Steam fan finds 'cheap SSDs' to make retro 'game cartridges' system — the only problem is 2026…
A Steam user has devised a method to store PC games on SSDs, creating physical 'game cartridges' with custom artwork and auto-navigation scripts. This concept emerges amidst controversy over Sony's planned discontinuation of physical PlayStation game discs in 2028, highlighting ongoing debates about digital ownership and the future of physical media in gaming.
Valve appears to be discontinuing self-repair parts for the LCD Steam Deck at iFixit
Valve appears to be discontinuing self-repair parts for the LCD Steam Deck, as iFixit has indicated they will not be stocking replacement OEM batteries. This suggests a shift in Valve's strategy regarding user repairability for the handheld.
'Unfortunately, Valve is just starting to sunset these parts': Aftermarket battery replacements may soon be…
Valve is reportedly beginning to sunset replacement parts for the original LCD Steam Deck model, making it increasingly difficult for iFixIt to source OEM batteries. While iFixIt is exploring aftermarket options, there is no confirmed timeline for their availability. This move raises concerns about the longevity and repairability of Valve's hardware, especially since the LCD Steam Deck has been discontinued.
Steam study of over 53,000 games finds "60 – 90% of the growth" in monthly releases on Valve's store is from games using AI and "almost none of them make money"
A study of over 53,000 games released on Steam between July 2023 and July 2026 reveals that 60-90% of the growth in monthly releases comes from games disclosing AI-generated content. However, these AI-flagged games are not significantly more profitable than non-AI games, with the vast majority of titles, regardless of AI usage, failing to generate substantial revenue.
After just four years, Valve is seemingly discontinuing Steam Deck LCD parts, and the repair enthusiast in me is upset
Valve appears to be discontinuing parts for the four-year-old Steam Deck LCD model, with iFixit indicating they will likely stop stocking OEM batteries. While Valve has not officially announced this decision, the move could leave owners struggling to find replacement components. This potential discontinuation raises concerns about the long-term repairability of the original Steam Deck model.
This DIY 'OpenPuck' project allows the Steam Controller to emulate Xbox, Switch, and PlayStation controllers,…
The OpenPuck project allows the Steam Controller to emulate Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation controllers using a Pro Micro NRF52840 board. While Switch and PS3 modes have been verified on consoles, DualSense emulation is currently PC-only. The project also includes ReversePuck for emulating Steam Controller inputs on the Steam Deck.
A delayed next generation of consoles is "better for us", says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, as price rises continue to plague the industry
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Blood of Dawnwalker, believes a delayed next-generation console launch would benefit developers like Rebel Wolves due to current component shortages and rising prices. He highlights the increased complexity and cost of developing for new hardware, suggesting that focusing on current-generation consoles is more manageable. The game is set to release on September 3rd for current-gen platforms, with future installments potentially targeting next-gen hardware.
Dev defends short games after criticizing Steam for making it easy to refund them: "I will never stretch out a game…
Developer Mateo Covic defends the creation of short games and argues against the perceived pressure to extend playtime solely to avoid Steam's refund policy. While acknowledging the exploitability of the refund system, Covic maintains that games should be released when they are ready, regardless of length, and that short, fun, and affordable games have a valid audience.
It's Monday, and the Steam Store is currently struggling just like the rest of us
The Steam Store is currently experiencing significant issues, with store and community pages showing a 'Very Slow' status. Multiple regional servers are overloaded, and the Steam API is intermittently offline. The problems are affecting users on PC and mobile devices.
New Steam Machine red light warning isn't anything to worry about — an overzealous overheating warning is…
A solid red light warning on the Steam Machine, indicating overheating, is often a false alarm caused by a bug in the current BIOS. Valve support has confirmed that the device's temperatures can be normal even when this warning light is displayed. A forthcoming BIOS update will increase the temperature threshold for the warning and throttling to 100C for both CPU and GPU.
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Valve has updated the Steam Machine's firmware to address false overheat warnings that would interrupt gameplay. The update raises the temperature threshold to 100°C, resolving the issue for affected users. Separately, Apple is reportedly planning an M7 Ultra chip with a substantial amount of unified memory.
You can now use the Steam Controller with your PS5, Xbox, and Switch thanks to an open-source puck
An open-source project called OpenPuck allows the Valve Steam Controller to be used with PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch consoles. This modification uses a Pro Micro NRF52840 board and custom firmware to enable cross-platform compatibility, effectively mimicking official controllers.
Data analysis suggests that Steam has made $11B in the first half of this year already
Data analysis from Alinea Analytics suggests Valve's Steam platform has generated $11.1 billion in revenue in the first half of the year, a 14.5% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth is attributed to a surge in players in China, successful co-op releases, publishers returning to Steam, and increased sales of both new and back catalogue games. However, the analysis also warns that this growth may exacerbate discoverability issues for smaller studios and new intellectual property.